GE DV1

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 16 reviews of GE DV1. The average rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders for all reviews. People are impressed by the size and resolution. The price and portability are also appreciated. There are some mixed reviews about the durability, while some have doubts about the features and battery.

usability, portability, price, resolution, size

battery, features

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Camcorders the GE DV1 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

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Amazon.com review summary for GE DV1

alaTest has collected and analyzed 11 user reviews of GE DV1 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Camcorders on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the reliability and durability. The price and usability also get good feedback.

GE DV1 HD Digital Video Camera ( Grey)

Shopping by specs can result in a very disappointing purchase. The GE DV1 rugged minicamcorder is waterproof to 16 feet, shockproof to 5 feet, and dustproof. It records full HD-resolution video at 30 frames per second as well as at 720p at 30 or 60fps,...

The GE DV1 Pocket Video Camera is small, inexpensive, and water- and shockproof.

The DV1 captures motion poorly, is slightly confusing to use, has no video editing/sharing software, and uses a nonremovable rechargeable battery with a short life.

The rugged GE DV1minicamcorder is OK for casual Web videos. If you need more than that, look elsewhere.

Leaked now not working

Poor waterproof seals. Pictures and video is sub-par when compared to a non-waterproof camera. Not recommended.

Easy to use. Can take pictures while filming video

No image stabilization, so videos are jumpy. Seal around openings leaked and camera had a lot of water in it. I was wading in the ocean so camera was never under more than 2 feet deep. I had for almost a year with limited use. Only was used because it...